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Willdan · 2 months ago

Project Accountant I

positionTemecula, CA, US
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityEntry Level
money$28.85/hr - $33.65/hr
date1+ years exp

Willdan Energy Solutions is seeking a talented individual to fill the role of Project Accountant. The Project Accountant will track and report incurred and committed costs, aid in revenue recognition, and forecast future results for multiple contracts and projects while serving as a liaison between regional offices and the Corporate Accounting Department.

Business Information SystemsCivil EngineeringConsultingManagement ConsultingTechnical Support

Responsibilities

Setting up new projects in compliance with revenue recognition standards and contract language
Ensuring timely and accurate recording of time and expenses to jobs, including subcontractor invoices
Performing month end expense accruals for incurred costs
Ensuring accurate matching of purchase orders and subcontracts to subsequent invoices
Ensuring timely and accurate billing to customers and assisting in collection efforts
Reviewing revenue recognition calculations and ensuring their timely submission to corporate accounting
Preparing monthly reports on project performance and reconciling variances
Performing expense allocation verification, accruals, and journal entries
Assisting in monthly revenue recognition, billing, and financial closing
Ensuring internal processes are compliant with SOX controls
Assisting with special projects and other work as requested

Qualification

Project accountingDeltek CostpointGAAPSOX complianceMS Office proficiencyInterpersonal skillsTime managementCritical thinkingOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree required in Accounting or related field
1-3 years' professional accounting experience
Experience in project accounting is highly desired
Previous experience with Deltek Costpoint or other project (cost) accounting system
Experience managing deadlines and multiple collaborators in a fast-paced environment
GAAP and SOX experience
A proven team player with strong organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills
Strong communication skills and critical thinking skills
High proficiency with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
Discretion in handling sensitive/confidential business information
Demonstrated interest in clean energy and/or the environment

Company

Willdan

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Willdan is a company selling professional technical and consulting services to public agencies at all levels.
dateFounded in 1964
location
Anaheim, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.willdan.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$241.6M
Key Investors
California Energy Commission
2025-05-06Post Ipo Debt· $200M
2017-12-15Grant· $6.3M
2017-01-24Post Ipo Debt· $35M

Leadership Team

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Marc Tipermas
President of National Programs

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